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Biz Markie

Marcel Theo Hall (born April 8, 1964), better known by his stage name Biz Markie, is an American rapper, beatboxer, DJ, actor, comedian, television personality and spokesperson. He is best known for his 1989 single "Just a Friend", which became a Top 40 hit in several countries. In 2008, "Just a Friend" made #100 on VH1's list of the 100 greatest hip hop songs of all time. Markie has been called the "Clown Prince of Hip Hop."

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1964-04-08

Birth Place

New York City, New York, U.S.

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Late hip-hop artist Biz Markie to receive a street dedication in Patchogue

The late hip-hop legend and Patchogue native Biz Markie not only made an impact on the music industry but also left a significant mark on his hometown. Markie, the “Clown Prince of Hip-Hop,” who grew up in Patchogue, passed away Friday, July 16. He was 57. In honor of his...

PATCHOGUE, NY2021-09-23

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Friends, family, fans bid final farewell to rapper Biz Markie on Long Island

Biz Markie's nearly three-hour funeral was attended by hip hop stars such as LL Cool J, Busta Rhymes, Kid Capri, Treach of Naughty by Nature, Montell Jordan, Fat Joe and more.

NEW YORK CITY, NY2021-08-04

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Funeral services for rapper Biz Markie to be held in Patchogue

Funeral services for rapper Biz Markie take place today in Patchogue, where he grew up.

PATCHOGUE, NY2021-08-02

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Funeral service for rapper Biz Markie held in New York

Aug 2 (Reuters) - A funeral for rapper Biz Markie was held on Monday after the hip-hop personality known for his 1989 hit “Just a Friend” died in July. Fans gathered outside the Patchogue Theatre on Long Island in New York during the service for the pioneering beatboxer whose birth name was Marcel Theo Hall. He was born in Harlem and raised in Patchogue.

NEW YORK CITY, NY2021-08-02

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